Donaldson Group

Leading UK offsite frame manufacturer, Donaldson Timber Systems (DTS), has become the first timber frame manufacturer to offer a published, third party accredited environmental product declaration (EPD) for its product, proving its sustainability credentials.

As part of a process to cover the full DTS product range, the DTS Alpha system is the first off-site assembled timber frame wall panel in the UK to offer an approved EPD.

The EPD, which transparently communicates the environmental performance of a product over its lifetime, demonstrates the benefits building with timber can bring. The Global Warming Potential (GWP) of Alpha is a carbon positive, –1.53kg CO2e, meaning that 1.53kg of carbon is stored in every m² of Alpha external wall. For a typical four bed detached home built using Alpha, 250kg of carbon is stored in the timber frame elements of the external walls alone, not including the timber floors and roof trusses.

This product life-cycle assessment supports carbon emission reduction by making it possible to compare the impacts of different materials and products accurately, allowing customers to select the most sustainable option. In comparison to the Alpha wall panel, according to the EPD produced by the Concrete Block Association (CBA), the cradle-to-grave GWP impact of 1m ² of aggregate concrete blocks is 10.6 kg CO2e. So, for the same standard four bed detached home, 4000kg of carbon is released into the atmosphere.

Based on these figures, if the UK were to build the new Government target of 300,000 homes per year in timber frame as opposed to concrete, it would reduce annual carbon emissions by over one million metric tonnes – the equivalent of the fossil fuel generated electricity needed to run 500,000 homes for a year.

Valid for five years, the EPD is based on current available and published data for end-of-life assumptions. With advances in the industry over the next five years, along with improved building recycling processes and ongoing DTS investments – such as the recent PV panel installation in the factory at Witney – it is expected that performance will be even higher at the next review.

Alpha is the first of 16 base EPDs being worked on by DTS, covering the full product range of floor, wall and roof systems.

Open Panel timber frame is currently the most common timber frame build system in the UK, providing the structural inner leaf walls for buildings using a timber studwork factory formed into panels with structural sheathing and exterior breather membrane.

The DTS Alpha system is a cost-effective solution, offering an efficient and effective build method. Fully tested and technically supported and having been used for 50 years in the UK, this build system is often chosen by clients for their first project utilising an offsite build method.

John Smith, Technical Director at Donaldson Timber Systems, explains:

“The only way to achieve the UK target to be zero-carbon by 2050 is to firstly measure, and then reduce the whole-life carbon of buildings, from cradle to grave. The availability of EPDs is an important step in recognising this. Without measuring and reducing embodied carbon, there is a very real risk that the new buildings constructed to new standards in 2026 and beyond won’t achieve true zero carbon, as the embodied carbon in the fabric will never be offset by using even the greenest energy to run the home. This is something we feel strongly about, and one of the reasons we’re investing in this process for all DTS products.”

Alex Goodfellow, CEO of Donaldson Offsite added:

“We always champion the use of offsite timber frame construction as the best way to achieve sustainable building practices and meet net zero targets, so it’s fantastic to have a verified EPD to prove these claims. We’re seeing increasing numbers of customers asking for EPDs, as they look to meet carbon goals, and need to be able to prove that the products they specify are making a difference.

“We’re proud to be leading the industry with proof that timber frame is a carbon sink, and we’re already working on improvements to show further benefits when we review the EPD in five years’ time.”

As part of the Donaldson Group’s Offsite division, DTS prides itself on being highly sustainable, innovative and efficient. With unrivalled experience and knowledge in offsite construction, DTS has an established history of bringing new commercial and operational innovations to the market.

Leading UK offsite timber frame manufacturer, Donaldson Timber Systems (DTS), has increased capacity and boosted technical capabilities at its Oxfordshire factory, following an investment of more than £10m.

The investment in machinery and performance upgrades at the Witney site includes four state of the art timber processing centres and a new floor panel production line offering customers a fully completed pre-glued floor cassette solution. The site has also installed the most advanced automated pre-insulated closed panel wall production line in Europe.

The purpose of the machinery investments is to increase automation to improve efficiency and create additional capacity, which in turn reduces the manual labour required and makes operative positions more inclusive. The acquisition of new technology also increases the factory’s technical capabilities so more advanced products for MMC, like DTS’ Sigma II timber frame system, can be manufactured with the quality assurance the industry demands.

Some of the pieces of technology were created specifically for DTS and have never been used before in the industry. Partnering with Randek on much of the machinery development, new techniques, and innovations, DTS ensured current and advanced elements of technology were used, including robotics and laser integration. The increased automation also reduces the requirements for paper drawings as plans are input digitally, further reducing carbon footprint.

Photovoltaic (PV) cells, or solar panels, have been installed on the factory roof and will produce just under one megawatt of electricity, covering the factory’s own energy needs and an excess of green energy that is exported back into the national grid for other local businesses and homes to use. This significantly reduces the site’s environmental footprint and combined with new electric vehicle charging points for staff and visitors, supports DTS’ sustainability goals.

Frank O’Reilly, Manufacturing Director at DTS, said: “The installation of this new machinery in a working factory is unusual for the industry and the process required a phenomenal amount of logistical planning over a period of a couple of years. We’re all really proud of the results. We’re creating the capacity and technical capabilities customers require to continue building more advanced and energy-efficient homes and buildings – and futureproofing our own business in the process.

“We’re also excited about what this means for our colleagues, as it is revolutionising the operations process. Now a less physically demanding role, we can hire a wider variety of people to work on site, helping to plug the current skills gap in construction. We’ve also hired people with an automation background from the automotive and engineering sectors to ensure we upskill our teams and are making the best use of our new capabilities. These efficiencies also provide an opportunity to increase production, creating more positions in time, and allowing us to redeploy people to more value-added roles.”

Rod Allan, Managing Director of DTS, said: “Timber is the only truly sustainable building material and we are well-respected in the industry for the quality of our products. But rather than rest on our laurels, we continue to look forward and innovate. We have created the scope to add more capacity and capabilities to the factory over time without the need for a large-scale overhaul like this one, and we have created a platform for more R&D. It has also made positive changes to our colleagues, as we have seen more people switch to electric vehicles thanks to the free charging points on site. This is a significant investment but one that will set us and our customers up for continued success in reducing carbon for years to come.”

Ola Lindh, Randek CEO, said: “Partnerships and collaborations lie at the heart of our mission at Randek. Prefabrication isn’t just about constructing buildings; it’s about co-creating solutions with our customers, refining their processes, and integrating our technology to drive efficiency and automation. This synergy not only makes housing more affordable but also paves the way for a sustainable future.”

Currently led by the sixth generation of Donaldson, the 163-year-old Donaldson Group comprises a total of 17 specialist timber and building product businesses and brands, operating throughout the UK from 45 locations and employing over 1,500 people. The businesses that make up the Group trade and operate independently, sharing best practice, innovation, purchasing synergies, and market analysis.

High-quality panel manufacturer Perform Panel, part of the Donaldson Group, has announced its expansion into Europe with its wet wall laminated shower panels, a unique alternative to tiling.

Perform Panel has over 35 years of experience and is well known in the UK industry, manufacturing wet wall laminated panels and supplying floor, splashback and ceiling products under the Perform Panel brand.

In a first for the company, it has partnered with a distributor in Europe to supply Perform Panel to the Netherlands & Belgium, with further opportunities being explored.

Perform Panel is the beautiful, high-performance, modern alternative to tiles. The panels are suitable for various internal applications within both domestic and commercial environments.

Perform Panel will be supplied via a partnership with Panel-X, which is supporting the growth and distribution across Europe as well as offering market updates and informing on trends.

The decision to expand into Europe comes as part of Perform Panel’s five-year strategy, which has included a £1 million investment to increase both capacity and decor offering, with a new range of 26 tile effect panels recently launched into the market.

From their site in Maastricht in the Netherlands, Panel-X stocks 48 designs across four collections and has access to the complete Perform Panel range.

Stephen Murray, Sales Director Perform Panel, said: “We are thrilled to bring Perform Panel’s innovative bathroom panels to the Netherlands. Our aim is to be the number one panel manufacturer in the UK and further afield, so this expansion and partnership with Panel-X supports our strategic plan and growth. We look forward to building lasting partnerships and helping new customers in Europe.”

Manon Braakhuis, from Panel-X, said: “We started Panel-X because we shared mutual values for listening to our clients and accommodating their needs. For us, there is no greater reward than a satisfied customer. While searching for quality products to expand our range, we came across Perform Panel, a company that shares our values, and offers the same standards, quality and service. We are now striving to become the leading bathroom wall panel brand in the Netherlands, Belgium and Europe. Together we are looking forward to this exciting challenge, as well as a long-term partnership with Perform Panel.”

All manufacturing is currently carried out in Aberdeen, with a distribution network throughout the UK. Predominately supplied through the merchant base, it also appeals to contractors, bathroom showrooms, plumber merchants and joiners.

The boards are manufactured using a plywood core, which is the preferred option for installers.

Perform Panel’s head office is also based in Aberdeen, Scotland.

Perform Panel offers a stylish and cost-effective alternative to tiles, providing a number of hygiene, cleaning and maintenance benefits, as well as versatility and ease of installation. The panels come with a 35-year guarantee, have seamless borders and are five times quicker to install than standard tiles.

The UK’s leading independent timber and construction supplier, Donaldson Group, has appointed Alyson Donaldson as Group Chief Financial Officer.

Alyson joins the Group from leading global veterinary care provider, IVC Evidensia, where she was UK & ROI Chief Financial Officer. Here she was responsible for the UK-wide finance operations for the billion-pound business, with a focus on transformation and performance improvement.

Alyson was promoted to the post at IVC Evidensia after working as Chief Financial Officer for its major subsidiary, Vets Now. Prior to this she spent eight years in senior finance and strategy roles at Diageo, latterly as Finance Director, International Supply, where she was responsible for managing a large global finance community and performance of a multi-billion pound cost base.

A chartered accountant, Alyson started her career at KPMG LLP on their graduate training programme. She graduated from Stirling University with a first-class degree in accounting and economics, and in 2020 she completed a post-graduate course in Leadership, Strategy and Innovation with Napier University.

Alyson is the first female Donaldson family member to join the Group in an executive role, in its 163-year history. She succeeds Arlene Cairns who took on the role of CFO in 2020.

Commenting on the appointment, Andrew Donaldson, CEO of Donaldson Group, said: “The board and I are thrilled to have Alyson joining us as Group CFO. She has an impressive track record of demonstrative success, leading finance functions and driving strategic transformational change and improvements in industry-leading organisations. She will be a fantastic addition to our senior leadership team and we’re all very much looking forward to working with her. This is also a very proud milestone for us as a family business, as we welcome another Donaldson into the Group.”

Alyson adds: “As a family business, this is so much more than a career move for me; it’s something I feel incredibly passionate about. I’m looking forward to working with the Group Executive and finance team, supporting the business as it continues to pioneer in its market, and I’m excited to be contributing to the success of the business for now and for generations to come.”

Currently led by the sixth generation of Donaldson, the 163-year-old Donaldson Group comprises a total of 16 specialist timber and building product businesses and brands, operating throughout the UK from 49 locations employing over 1,700 people. The businesses that make up the Group trade and operate independently, sharing best practice, innovation, purchasing synergies, and market analysis.

Leading timber expert, Donaldson Group, has appointed Graeme Bell as Operations Director of the Interiors division, in addition to his existing position as Director of Smith & Frater.

In his new role, Graeme will be responsible for strategy development for the businesses within the Interiors division, including Kitchens International, Smith & Frater, Stonecare, Optima Kitchens, and MGM Kitchens. Working with Gerry Watson, CEO of Interiors, and the divisional board, Graeme will play a key role in meeting ambitious growth goals, while retaining quality and service.

Graeme brings 37 years of experience in the furniture manufacturing industry, having worked in kitchen manufacturing, across procurement as well as operations and commercial management, for 25 years. He joined Smith & Frater in 2010 as Operations Manager and was later promoted to Commercial Manager, before taking on his current roles as Operations Director of the Interiors division and Director of Smith & Frater. As a leading supplier to the independent retailer and construction industries, Smith & Frater manufactures bespoke kitchens from its production facility in central Scotland.

Commenting on the appointment, Andrew Donaldson, CEO of Donaldson Group, said: “As the Donaldson Group continues to invest in its interiors offering, we are delighted to bring Graeme on board to drive growth within the division. With a wealth of experience at Smith & Frater, Graeme has a thorough understanding of the opportunities and challenges for the Interiors brands in order to take them to the next level.”

Graeme added: “I am excited to take on this new role as Operations Director within the Interiors division. This is a fantastic opportunity as the Donaldson Group expands its interiors offering, on the back of the newly launched MGM Kitchens brand. I look forward to continuing to work with my team as well as new colleagues to grow the businesses within the division while delivering the high-quality products and services that our customers rely on.”

Currently led by the sixth generation of Donaldson, the 162-year-old Donaldson Group comprises a total of 17 specialist timber and building product businesses and brands, operating throughout the UK from 46 locations employing over 1,700 people. The businesses that make up the Group trade and operate independently, sharing best practice, innovation, purchasing synergies, and market analysis.

Scotland’s largest independent specialist timber merchant, MGM Timber, has increased its interiors offering with its dedicated kitchen brand, MGM Kitchens.

MGM Kitchens products are available to view in showrooms at 12 of MGM Timber’s sites across Scotland.

Open to both trade and public customers, MGM Kitchens is now the UK’s largest partner of Baumann group’s Kitchen Family, becoming the leading independent supplier of German trade kitchens throughout the nation, providing access to the full Bauformat and Burger collections of precision-crafted, German-engineered, high-quality kitchens.

As well as its collection of innovative German kitchens, MGM Kitchens also supplies premium brand appliances, sinks and taps, including Neff and Hotpoint appliances, and German Blanco sinks and taps.

Paul Brown, regional kitchen development manager for MGM Kitchens, said: “All over the world, German innovation and engineering is highly sought after as it is a hallmark of design quality, precision and the highest standards. That’s why we are particularly pleased to be the UK’s largest partner of the Bauformat kitchen family, which is one of Germany’s most respected manufacturers. Together we will deliver everyday functionality underpinned by state-of-the-art design to result in personalised, outstanding kitchens for every home and every budget.

“For all of our customers, buying is as easy and quick as possible. With one single point of contact from concept to completion, our customers will have high-quality products and all the help and support they need, which is an ethos shared across the rest of the Donaldson Group.”

MGM Kitchens can be viewed at most of the MGM Timber merchant branches and are open to both trade and public customers. The 12 branches across Scotland are located in Clydebank, Dundee, Dunfermline, Edinburgh (Newcraighall), Edinburgh City (Lochend), Glenrothes, Grangemouth, Hamilton, Inverness, Paisley, Perth and Prestwick.

Leading timber expert, Donaldson Group, has appointed Graham Johnston as CEO of its Retail and Distribution division in a newly created role.

Graham joins the Donaldson Group from ASDA where he was senior director of omnichannel customer support, running a large UK and international operation alongside delivering a technology and cultural transformation programme to provide an innovative customer experience for millions of customers, across multiple channels. He also spent a decade at Hutchison 3G UK (Three), where he was most recently head of omnichannel, responsible for the creation, deployment, and delivery of a strategy to provide best-in-class customer experience across online, app, retail, contact centres, and indirect channels.

Following a period of growth and expansion, Graham’s new role forms part of a new structure for the Group and the creation of three new divisions: Offsite, Interiors, and Retail and Distribution.

Graham will be responsible for leading the Retail and Distribution division of the business, including timber merchant MGM Timber; distributor of insulation and drylining products James Donaldson Insulation; Nu-Style Products, which manufactures Perform Panel, a high-performance wet wall panel; and Plane & Simple, an online DIY marketplace.

He will work alongside the CEOs of Offsite and Interiors divisions and will collaborate across the key areas of the business, with a key focus on innovation. The vision is to leverage the individual online and offline businesses to harmonise them and create a seamless customer experience.

Commenting on the appointment, Andrew Donaldson, CEO of Donaldson Group, said: “Retail behaviours have been evolving across all industries, with a move toward online purchasing being expedited by the COVID-19 pandemic. As our Group portfolio continues to grow, we aim to ensure that our offering grows with our business and with our customers. Graham’s excellent experience optimising multiple customer channels for globally-recognised brands is an enormous asset to the Donaldson Group, and we are looking forward to his expertise and insight as we develop our own retail and distribution channels.”

Graham added: “Bringing together the physical and digital retail businesses is a refreshing and forward-thinking move by the Donaldson Group, and I’m delighted to be joining this newly formed division as CEO.

“Joining a business that has such a rich history of innovation and growth over the past 162 years is a real honour and I’m looking forward to working with our talented teams across the group to carry on that spirit of innovation and shape the next chapter for the retail and distribution business.”

Currently led by the sixth generation of Donaldson, the 162-year-old Donaldson Group comprises a total of 17 specialist timber and building product businesses and brands, operating throughout the UK from 46 locations employing over 1600 people. The businesses that make up the Group trade and operate independently, sharing best practice, innovation, purchasing synergies, and market analysis.

As the Donaldson Group has been around for over 162 years, it’s no surprise that the business has evolved gradually over this time. However, its growth has accelerated massively over the last few years with multiple acquisitions, a business re-organisation and re-brand as well as a change in the business name from James Donaldson & Sons to Donaldson Group.

All of these positive changes point to the forward-thinking vision for the group as the sixth generation of the Donaldson family look to build for the next generation.

For example, one of the aforementioned acquisitions, Stewart Milne Timber Systems (which has now rebranded as Donaldson Timber Systems), saw the group become market leader in the timber frame market and further secure its place within the future of housebuilding, thanks to timber being the sustainable solution for UK House builders.

But future proofing the business doesn’t stop there. The business has also embraced innovation, as it continues to modernise its offering to its customers, through the latest in Continuous Improvement initiatives, as well as expanding its presence in the e-commerce space with the likes of MGM Timber, TimberCut4U and its new online DIY market-place itsplaneandsimple.com

As such, Donaldson Group has been shortlisted for some upcoming awards, in recognition of its achievements and to also celebrate the direction it’s headed in.

Deals and Dealmakers Awards 2022

The Scottish Business Insider Deals & Dealmakers Awards acknowledge and reward excellence in corporate finance transactions. This year, Donaldson Group has been shortlisted in two categories, as a result of its acquisition of Kitchens International, Stonecare and Stewart Milne Timber Systems (SMTS) which all took place in 2021.

Taking place on Thursday 25^th August, Donaldson Group is a finalist in the following categories:

• Acquisitive Company of the Year
• Transformational Deal of the Year

Chief Financial Officer, Arlene Cairns, comments on the awards shortlist: “We are delighted that Donaldson Group has been shortlisted for these awards. The acquisitions of Kitchens International, Stonecare and Donaldson Timber Systems (formerly SMTS), have added great skills, experience and leadership expertise in their respective fields to the Group.”

Arlene continues: “SMTS was the biggest acquisition the group has ever made and overnight, we became the market leader for timber frame, further strengthening our plans of building a sustainable business and supporting a sustainable industry. We’re really excited about playing our part in the future of industry.”

The Herald Digital Transformation Awards 2022

The Herald Digital Transformation awards recognise Scottish businesses from across all industries and sectors who are using digital technology in new and innovative ways, as well as recognising those extraordinary individuals who are setting trends, showing passion and creativity, and making a significant contribution to their sector.

Donaldson Group has been shortlisted for two awards, both of which speak to the business embracing innovation and also empowering talent for the future.

3D Design Technician Euan Gibson-Smith has been named as a finalist for the Digital Young Person of the Year Award, thanks to his lead role in designing an online kitchen selector tool which will allow housebuilders and their customers to specify and visualise their kitchen in a high-resolution 3D render.

Euan’s skill, knowledge and attitude towards learning and challenging convention in a somewhat traditional industry, has enabled the business to create an offering that is revolutionary within the industry.

Euan comments: “I feel very privileged to be shortlisted for this award, and I feel that this nomination reflects the hard work of the whole project team. Managing a large project from start to finish has taught me so much, and I want to thank the Donaldson Group for recognising and representing my efforts, putting me forward for Digital Young Person of the Year. I cannot wait to see what my future holds at the company!”

MGM Timber, a Donaldson Group family company, has also been shortlisted for the Digital Marketing Campaign award. After launching a new e-commerce website in November 2020 which enabled it to continue to service customers despite lockdown restrictions, a digital marketing strategy was implemented to help drive sales through the website. Since the launch of campaign in March 2021 until June 2022, the ecommerce website generated a revenue of over £2.2million – with 50% of this revenue being contributed from digital paid channels and thanks to this success, has allowed for a model for forward digital marketing investment.

Managing Director of MGM Timber, Steve Galbraith, comments: “When the pandemic hit and the country went into lockdown, we wanted to ensure we were still able to meet the needs of our customers, even if they couldn’t visit our branches. By transforming our website into an e-commerce platform, not only was the business able to survive during a really challenging time, but it had a massive impact on our revenue and as such it is now a critical channel for future revenue growth as well as optimising our customer’s experience.”

Andrew Donaldson, Group CEO comments: “As the sixth generation of the Donaldson family, my brother Mike and I are caretakers for the next generation, and as such, we need to ensure what we are doing in the business today, is building for tomorrow. Being a 162-year-old timber company, we are in the fortunate position of providing a sustainable resource and we are able to lead the way through timber frame, modern methods of construction and offsite manufacturing.”

He continues, “Not only that, but we want to ensure that we continue to provide a number one customer experience – ensuring we are giving our customers what they want. This is why embracing innovation through initiatives such as our kitchen selector tool and MGM ecommerce website is so important and so we will continue to expand and improve our offering to make sure it matches the needs of our diverse customer base.”

3 August 2022

The Donaldson Group announces senior appointment

Leading timber expert, Donaldson Group, has appointed Steve Galbraith as Managing Director of two of its merchant retail and distribution subsidiary businesses, in addition to his existing position as Managing Director of Nu-Style Products.

In his new role, Steve will take on the management of Scotland’s leading independent timber merchant, MGM Timber and insulation material and specialist building product supplier, James Donaldson Insulation.

With responsibility for the development of the businesses, Steve will be supported by MGM Timber’s senior leadership team, and James Donaldson Insulation. The teams will play a key role in meeting ambitious growth goals, as well as building on their already prominent reputations.

Well known in the industry, Steve has 23 years of experience in merchanting and distribution. He joined the Donaldson Group in 2018 as commercial director of Nu-Style Products, where he was brought on board to support the company’s UK-wide growth trajectory. A high-quality laminate panel manufacturer, Nu-Style Products is best known for its shower panel brand, Perform Panel, which the business has been manufacturing for over 35 years.

Steve became Managing Director of Nu-Style Products in April 2019, and has been leading the five-year strategy for the business, which has included a £1 million investment to increase both capacity and the opening of its first branch in England. New machinery and an upgraded site has substantially increased production capacity for Perform Panel, enabling Nu-Style Products to grow sales across the UK, while boosting the product range, moving from 16 decors to over 50.

Before joining Nu-Style Products, Steve worked at SIG for 19 years in a number of roles, including internal and external sales, warehouse and stock control, multi-site management and, most recently, for 10 years as branch director of SIG in Aberdeen and Inverness.

Commenting on the appointment, Andrew Donaldson, CEO of Donaldson Group, said: “Steve has proved to be an excellent leader over the last four years with Nu-Style Products. He has taken the business through a transitional period, with a new branch in England and a second to follow before the end of the year. He’s ideally placed to work with the excellent teams at MGM Timber and James Donaldson Insulation to take both businesses to the next level, and I look forward to seeing them develop under his leadership.”

Steve added: “This is a fantastic opportunity and I’m proud to be taking on this new role within Donaldson Group. I’m extremely fortunate to be inheriting such a strong, experienced, market-leading team, and I’m looking forward to working with them to grow the businesses in line with the Donaldson Group strategy. Core to this will be ensuring the teams have even better tools and skills with which to do their jobs – adding value for our staff, which will result in even better service and added value for our customers.”

Currently led by the sixth generation of Donaldson, the 162-year-old Donaldson Group comprises 11 specialist timber and building product businesses, operating throughout the UK from 46 locations employing over 1600 people. The businesses that make up the Group trade and operate independently, sharing best practice, innovation, purchasing synergies, and market analysis.

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Notes to Editors:

About Donaldson Group

The Donaldson Group has been operating in Fife for over 160 years, and over time has grown exponentially through innovation and acquisition, and investment in key businesses that complement the Group’s current capabilities.

The 11 businesses that make up the Group trade and operate independently and are market leaders in their respective fields of timber engineering, saw-milling and distribution, merchanting, roofing and cladding distribution, and laminate manufacturing. As part of the JDG family, they share best practice, innovation, purchasing synergies, and market analysis.

James Donaldson Timber Ltd: forest product importer, further processor and national distributor.

Donaldson Timber Engineering Ltd: leading national manufacturer of roof trusses and flooring systems.

Donaldson Timber Systems: the UK’s market leading offsite timber systems manufacturer.

MGM Timber (Scotland) Ltd: Scotland’s leading independent timber merchant with 14 branches. Open to trade and public.

James Donaldson Insulation Ltd: distributor of insulation products to the trade.

Nu-Style Products Ltd: manufacturer of laminate panels, including Perform Panel brand and furniture.

Rowan Manufacturing Ltd: joinery manufacturer of door sets, stairs and windows.

Smith & Frater Ltd: design and manufacture of kitchens and home office furniture.

Kitchens International Ltd: Scotland’s leading independent kitchen retailer with 6 showrooms across Scotland.

Stonecare: leading supplier of solid worktops to the UK kitchen industry.

Plane & Simple: online DIY marketplace, featuring high quality building materials and home improvement supplies.

www.donaldson-group.co.uk